Why 90% of Athletes Fail After Retirement (and How to Fix It)

Описание: Most athletes prepare for the big games — but few are ready for the day it all ends. What happens after the final whistle when the training, sponsors, and structure are gone?

Episode Summary:
In this powerful conversation, Sifu Slim sits down with Stephanie Dominguez, sports scientist with U.S. Soccer, to explore the hidden side of sports: what happens when an athlete transitions into “normal life.” They dive into the struggles of identity loss, the dangers of the sedentary trap, and how 90% of retired athletes stop exercising altogether.

Stephanie shares her journey from childhood movement to professional soccer science, her unique lifelong vegetarian lifestyle, and practical insights into helping athletes stay balanced through nutrition, jet lag, and mental health strategies. Together, they uncover why mentorship and community support are critical for longevity — and how athletes (and everyday people) can thrive in the second half of life.

Guest Info:
Guest: Stephanie Dominguez
Bio: Stephanie is a sports scientist with U.S. Soccer’s men’s youth national teams. With a background in MLS and global training camps, she brings expertise in performance, recovery, and athlete wellness. A lifelong vegetarian and now vegan, she models how nutrition and lifestyle impact both athletic success and long-term health.
Instagram: @stephanieadominguez

Timestamps:
00:00 – Balancing life as a pro athlete vs. burnout
00:06 – Identity crisis after retirement: “Who am I now?”
01:00 – Lessons from Ronaldinho and the dangers of early fame
02:00 – Finding joy in sports again: the secret to Euphoria
03:00 – Sifu Slim live from Arsenal Tennis in Vienna, Austria
05:00 – Meet Stephanie Dominguez: U.S. Soccer Sports Scientist
10:00 – Growing up vegetarian → thriving as an athlete
20:00 – Jet lag, travel, and recovery hacks for athletes
35:00 – Obesity, sedentary traps, and modern lifestyle dangers
55:00 – Preparing athletes for retirement & lifelong movement

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